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'Kinross UP Inmates to Silently Protest Prisoners' Low Food Quality

Inmates at Kinross Correctional Facility Upper Peninsula participated in silent protest against the food quality served by new contractor Trinity Services Group - the state contractor who replaced previous Aramark Correctional Services.
  • 'United Airlines Becomes First Commercial Airline to Use Biofuel from Food Waste

    Despite the fact that airplane fuel has become relatively cheaper these days, some airlines are still keen on using biofuels for their planes. The United Airlines will be the first commercial airline in the United States to switch over to biofuels.
  • 'South American Beef Exports to Increase

    According to Rabobank, South American beef exports heading to the United States are set to increase.
  • 'Most Food Cans Sold in the US, Canada Still Contain BPA

    Environmental Defence, a Canadian-based group, says 18 out of 21 cans still contain the chemical BPA.
  • 'Food Shortage Foreseen if Trump Wins

    Republican Presidential candidate Donald trump and his unconventional view on things had led to a lot of discussions and debates. Clearly, he had severed relationships with some groups while gaining support from others. One thing he is adamant about is the issue of illegal immigrants. He said he is planning to deport 11 million undocumented immigrants. But looking at the data, reports say this can highly affect food production in the US because half of America's farmers are undocumented immigrants. This means, if Trump wins the US might face food shortage due to lack of workforce.
  • 'Study Associates Food Poisoning to Augmented Suicidal Behavior

    For long scientists have been working to find out the reasons that prompt an individual to end his/ her life. Now, findings of a recent study reveal that food poisoning is one of the causes behind increased suicidal behaviors. The study has established a correlation between food-borne parasites and mental or emotional problems endured by some people.
  • 'Europol Seizes 10,000 Tons of Illicit Food and Drink

    Counterfeit goods that include monkey meat, dead insects and sugar laced with fertilizer are among the illicit food and drink items seized by Interpol, Europol and multinational enforcement agencies. It is said to be the biggest global crackdown to date with more than 10,000 of these potentially dangerous goods confiscated.
  • 'Tesco Criticized for Introducing Line of Farm Fresh Foods from Nonexistent Farms

    The tricky labeling became visible after a trade publication found none of the farms really existed.
  • 'Jimmy’s American Tavern Opens Latest Branch in Woodland Hills

    This restaurant which is known for its delicious burgers among other comfort foods has a Monday exceptional offering any burger and draft brew for just $12 from 3 p.m. until closing.
  • 'Burger King Introduces New Spicy Offering – the “Angriest Whopper”

    Burger lover better get their taste buds ready for this super hot and spicy "Angriest Whopper". Red buns infused with hot sauce, jalapenos and the spicy angry sauce might be a challenge indeed.
  • 'Colorado To Hike Restaurant Inspection Fees In Exchange For Higher Grades, Uniform Checks

    In the absence of inspection fee hikes on a regular basis to catch up with escalating costs, most restaurants usually don't get inspected frequently or properly. However, this is soon going to change for restaurants in Colorado, when inspections will henceforth be frequent and uniform.
  • 'Meat Product, Snack Food Identified As Growth Segments in US Markets

    The Association of Packaging and Processing Food Technologies (PMMI) has identified meat products and snack foods as areas of growth markets in the United States.
  • 'New Fridge Laser Identifies Contaminated Food

    There is a new technological achievement that enables people to find contaminated food on their shelves, and this takes the form of a laser.
  • 'Study Shows Organic Foods Yet to Become Mainstream In United States

    If the latest moves by the major food chains and even the trends in the low-income neighborhoods are any indications, organic food has apparently become a mass market. For instance, Wal-Mart has started an in-house organic line with a view to bring down prices of organic food, while Whole Foods to has started experimenting with cheaper stores. In fact, 30 percent of shoppers have said they are willing to pay more for organic food. All these may make one believe that organic has become as regular in upscale markets as well as down-market groceries.
  • 'Roscoe’s Chicken Empire Plagued By Bankruptcy, Copyright Lawsuits

    For long, the Roscoe's House of Chicken and Waffles has been a legendary culinary institution in Los Angles, which has been offering southern comfort food and was often visited by celebrities like Magic Johnson and Snoop Dogg. However, things are likely to change now as the parent company, East Coast Foods Inc., has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
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